Why does my VW Golf refuse to start?

Why does my VW Golf refuse to start?

Perfectly until two days ago when, I parked the vehicle on the street to do some shopping and, when I returned, I started my car and it did but, when I was about to leave, it stalled and did not want to start again any more.

What kind of engine does a 1988 Volkswagen Golf have?

Sold as a base 2 door, the GL 2, or a 4 door, the 1988 Golf got a bit of a power boost on its 1.8-litre, 4-cylinder engine, from 90 to 100 hp. As always, the Golf featured a standard 5-speed manual transmission or optional 3-speed automatic. Few interior features adorned the 1988 Golf. Its purpose was strictly utilitarian, rather than comfort.

What kind of transmission did Volkswagen Golf have?

As always, the Golf featured a standard 5-speed manual transmission or optional 3-speed automatic. Few interior features adorned the 1988 Golf. Its purpose was strictly utilitarian, rather than comfort. Though it sat four, without a cassette player or air conditioning, it might make for a long and stuffy ride in the summer.

How does a diesel engine start a TDI?

The basics. First, here is a post with much of the basics of the diesel engine. For the TDI to start, electrical power needs to flow from the battery through fuses and relays to the key switch and ECU.

Why does my VW Jetta Golf have low power?

The check engine light (CEL) or malfunction indicator light (MIL) on the instrument cluster doesn’t always go off. If you have always have low power without the sudden cut out feeling or the engine just won’t rev high then read 1000q: constant low power on TDI.

What to do if your VW Jetta doesn’t start?

Check the air intake piping, fuel filter, fuel pickup in the fuel tank, and fuel shutoff solenoid at the injection pump (1996-2003 cars only, single black wire leading to solenoid). It’s not when you turn the key and the engine doesn’t even try to start or turn over. You have a low battery, ignition key, or starter problem.